Alonso Confirms He Will Race in 2027 but Leaves Formula 1 Future Open

Overview

• Alonso said Friday that he is certain he will keep racing beyond 2026 but has not committed to competing in Formula 1 for 2027 and expects to decide around the summer break after Zandvoort and Monza.
• He told reporters he still feels fast and motivated and that his commitment to the Aston Martin project will remain even if he stops driving for the team.
• Aston Martin have struggled this season, scoring one point in the opening seven grands prix and suffering reliability problems that have left Alonso often fighting at the back of the field.
• Team sources say Aston Martin plans a Newey‑led aerodynamic B‑spec and Honda has signalled a refreshed power unit due around the summer, both developments that could materially change the car’s competitiveness.
• The timing of Alonso’s choice matters to the wider market: team chief Mike Krack publicly hopes he stays, rivals and pundits warn leaving now risks missing future gains, and transfer rumours including links to Alpine continue to surface.